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Tylögrund Lighthouse

Fl (3) White 30s🇸🇪Halmstad, SEOperational

Location & Light Range

About Tylögrund Lighthouse

The Tylögrund lighthouse, a concrete structure built in 1968, stands 23 meters tall in the Kattegat sea, approximately one kilometer southwest of Tylön. Its cylindrical tower, painted red with white galleries and lantern, emits a white light with a characteristic of one long flash every 30 seconds. The lighthouse features upper and lower galleries. A helipad was added to the structure in 1982 for maintenance purposes, but it has since been removed. The site is accessible to the public, though the tower itself is closed.

Why it matters: This lighthouse provides a geographic range of 13.6 nautical miles, offering guidance for vessels navigating the Kattegat. It assumed the navigational role of the former Tylön lighthouse.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (3) White 30s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
White
Flash Count
3 flashes
Interval
30s
Raw Code
Fl W 30s
Focal Height
22m
Geographic Range
13.6NM

Construction & History

Year Built
1968

Significant events: Helipad added in 1982, helipad removed

Visiting

Open to public
Site open, tower closed

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
23m
Tower Shape
cylindrical
Tower Color
red with white lantern and galleries
Material
concrete

Structure: round cylindrical concrete tower with upper and lower galleries

Location

City
Halmstad
Country
🇸🇪Sweden
Region
Halland County
Sea Region
Kattegat, about 1 km southwest of the Tylön lighthouse
Latitude
56.6369°
Longitude
12.7033°

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Halmstad(4.7 km)
ARLHS No.
SWE-398
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Tylögrund Lighthouse at night?+
Tylögrund displays the characteristic Fl (3) White 30s — 3 white flashes every 30 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The white color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Tylögrund Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Tylögrund Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 5 nearby ports. The closest is Halmstad at 5.2 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Kalvik (10.7 NM S), Torekov (12.8 NM SSW), Båstad (12.9 NM SSE), Falkenberg (16.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Tylögrund Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Tylögrund Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
What shipping routes pass near Tylögrund Lighthouse?+
Tylögrund Lighthouse is located within the Baltic Sea trade route — a vital shipping corridor for trade between Scandinavian, German, Polish, and Baltic state ports. This makes it an important navigation reference for commercial shipping traffic in the region.
How can I track vessels near Tylögrund Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Tylögrund Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.